PLUS: PRO FOOTBALL -- JETS

PLUS: PRO FOOTBALL -- JETS; Top Two Picks Signed for Camp

Published: July 11, 2000

The Jets' first two first-round picks this spring -- defensive end Shaun Ellis of Tennessee and linebacker John Abraham of South Carolina -- will be in uniform for the team's first training camp workout Friday.

As expected, both signed five-year contracts yesterday.

Ellis, selected 12th over all, received a deal worth $8.175 million that includes a $2.175 million bonus. Abraham, selected 13th, received a $7.055 million contract, with a $2 million signing bonus.

''With Shaun and John, we have explosive players who add a lot to our defense,'' Coach Al Groh said. ''They both have the ability to get after the quarterback and they possess the size, which is important to us.''